Transformation Programme Manager - Sphere Digital Recruitment : Job Details

Transformation Programme Manager

Contract

Outside IR35

£500 per day

Hybrid working- 1 day in London, 4 from home

A skilled Programme Manager is required by one of our best clients to lead a long term digital transformation initiative across various portfolios. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an organization that is shifting towards a digital- and customer-first approach, driving innovative solutions to future-proof the business.

Programme Management:

• Oversee transformative projects and initiatives across multiple business areas.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive programme plan, detailing milestones and dependencies tailored for various audiences.
• Monitor programme-level risks and maintain a RAID log, collaborating with project managers to proactively address issues.
• Manage a team of project managers on large-scale technical projects, supporting business change initiatives.
• Track and report on programme budgets, ensuring effective management of third-party services and resources.

Transformation Mindset:

• Work closely with transformation leadership to track benefits and communicate progress toward goals, making adjustments as necessary.
• Develop a governance framework and lead reporting to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and appropriate detail in communications.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary contact for the transformation leadership team, providing regular updates on programme progress.
• Simplify technical concepts into actionable plans for diverse stakeholders.
• Facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams, aligning on timelines and milestones while ensuring accountability for deliverables.

• Outcome-driven with a strong grasp of business adoption beyond project deliverables.
• Strong governance and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, adapting language for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven experience managing complex programmes, unifying cross-functional teams for successful outcomes.
• A problem-solver who enjoys tackling complex challenges and effectively socializing programme results.
• Keen awareness of project dependencies, with the ability to coordinate across multiple initiatives.
• Familiarity with technical delivery frameworks (Agile/Scrum), change management, and tools like Azure DevOps and MS Project.
• Strong leadership skills in dynamic environments with shifting priorities.
• Proactive mindset, capable of anticipating issues and developing effective solutions.

If you're a motivated individual looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced transformation environment, we encourage you to apply

Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.